I just cant sleep, and i cant take pills so is there any other way that can help me get sleep. i think i think to much and when my mind goes wondering its hard to go to sleep!!!!
please help my head is hurting in the day time from lack of sleepy. i just need answer to better myself and my mood
please help my head is hurting in the day time from lack of sleepy. i just need answer to better myself and my mood
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Hi there K12!
Lots of times, sleep issues are because of major stressors in our lives. Do you have a lot of stress going on? You mention too much thinking too--which may be OCD--have you thought about getting any of this checked out by a MD or therapist?
Here are some links that may help:
http://www.dreamessentials.com/articles/10ways-sleep.html
http://longevity.about.com/od/lifelongenergy/tp/sleep_hygiene.htm
http://health.asiaone.com/Health/News/Story/A1Story20080410-59165.html
Best,
Clyde
K12, yes, sleep is a good thing to have. You would benefit from a sleep routine that doesn't change night to night. Have a set bedtime and keep to it. Prior to bed, make notes of the things on your mind, of things to do the next day etc. Have a calming drink (nothing caffeine) and maybe sit for a bit and read a book or listen to some calming music. Whatever the routine, it needs to pretty much stay the same so that your body/brain realize "Ah... k12's getting ready to go to bed and sleep."
Good wishes
drjean